Needs From: United Way of Utah County

The Family Justice Center is a one-stop location that offers information and services to local families including legal help, victim advocates, emergency food and housing, and social workers.  Volunteers working toward a bachelor’s degree in the behavioral sciences are needed every Tuesday from 4-8:30 pm.  This program has a special need for Spanish-speaking interpreters.  IF YOU ARE INTERESTED, please call the Family Service Coordinator at (801) 851-8508.There is a 40 hour trauma training that is required in order to begin this volunteer experience. Due to the level of training we require a 6 month commitment.

The Onsite Victim Support program involves spending time with many different children while they are visiting the CJC.  The volunteer agrees to come in for one two-hour shift, Monday-Friday between 8 am and 6 pm, at the same time every week.  The volunteer plays with and talks to children who are here for interviews and medical exams.  This position requires a four-month commitment and a one-hour orientation.  IF YOU ARE INTERESTED, please call the Victim Assistance Coordinators at (801) 851-8504 or (801) 851-8520 to select a shift and set up an orientation time or for more information.

The Children and Teen Groups, led by licensed clinical therapists, are held Tuesdays, 3-8 pm and Thursdays, 5-8 pm.  The groups teach skills in a light-hearted atmosphere.  Volunteers set up rooms, sign in families and help with children during group sessions.  IF YOU ARE INTERESTED, please call the Treatment Coordinator at (801) 851-2433 for more information.